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PVM Strong!
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Welcome to our special edition of Outlook titled PVM Strong. These are challenging times in so many ways for all those we hold dear as part of our PVM network. With 2020 being the 75th Anniversary for PVM, this is certainly not the experience we had hoped for. This is especially true for our front line staff and for those who have experienced personal loss as a result of the tragic circumstances in which we have found ourselves. A quote comes to mind from the late and revered Mr. Rogers: “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” Indeed we find our strength from the helpers. Last year’s annual report had the theme of Not All Heroes Wear Capes. Little did we know at the time how much that would be highlighted during this year of our anniversary. So here’s to the (LEFT) Residents across our PVM Villages are placing hearts in their windows to show their support for caregivers and staff; (BELOW) Family members at Lakeshore Senior Living say hello to grandma from outside.
helpers and the heroes. May we draw inspiration and courage from their strength. PVM residents and their families give us strength through their encouragement and appreciation. Picture the look of joy on a front line staff member who has just finished a very long day and in need of inspiration when they see many cards of appreciation and support from the residents and families whom we serve. Residents have also found ways to inspire their fellow residents/neighbors. This edition of Outlook shares a few of those highlights – but there have been so many that we could not possibly include them all! Be sure to check out our Facebook page for many more examples of loving wishes. Village of Westland residents using Facetime to communicate with family
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– A heartfelt thank you to our staff, volunteers, and donors –
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND NEEDED DONATIONS Then there are the many acts of generosity and patriotism bestowed on us by members of the community. Several companies have provided lifesaving personal protection equipment. You may have heard this referred to in the media as PPEs. Individuals from far and wide have sewn custom cloth masks for us. County health departments have come to the rescue with surgical and higher-level protective masks needed for medical interactions. Restaurants, families and community organizations have also provided masks and meals for both staff and residents in independent living. We are eternally grateful for this support. We are able to keep going day to day thanks to you! Again, there have been so many acts of kindness that we cannot include them all here individually. However, we will acknowledge each and every one at a later date.
Staff and volunteers deliver groceries, donated food, and meals door-to-door
We have had an amazing turn out of donated PPE and cleaning supplies to help keep our Villages stocked